The Buffalo Bills (7-5) visit the New England Patriots (2-10) as 3.5-point favorites in a crucial AFC East matchup on Thursday Night Football.

The Bills enter on a two-game win streak after back-to-back victories in Detroit over the Browns and Lions. Josh Allen and the offense have shown explosiveness but need to improve their red zone efficiency and limit turnovers in scoring position.

The Patriots are coming off a Thanksgiving night loss to Minnesota where their defense struggled against Justin Jefferson and the Vikings' passing attack. They'll need another strong performance from their ground game to control possession and limit Buffalo's offensive opportunities.

Key Factors:

• Bills must find ways to get Stefon Diggs and Dawson Knox involved against New England's tight coverage schemes
• Patriots need production from Mac Jones and the passing game, particularly connecting with Hunter Henry and Rhamondre Stevenson
• Weather conditions in Foxborough could impact both teams' passing attacks
• Ball security in the red zone will be crucial for Buffalo
• Patriots' ability to sustain drives and limit possessions will be key to keeping it close

The Bills aim to keep pressure on Miami in the division race while the Patriots look to play spoiler at home. Recent turnovers and red zone issues make this a potentially dangerous spot for Buffalo despite their talent advantage.

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